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Whirlwind GA vs Sensenich GA

Rick RV-4

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Exploring both options (of ground adjustable props) to replace a Sensenich metal prop on my O-360 equipped RV-4. Does anyone have experience flying behind both of these props? From what I can gather here on the chat board, both props seem to be getting good reviews.

It appears as if the Sensenich is a little more expensive, but a little easier to set the various pitch settings. Other than that it looks like a toss-up.

Any thoughts?

Thanks,

- Rick

RV-4 N999XS
 
My wife has a Sensenich GA on her RV-4, she loves it.
Two friends have Whirlwind GA props on Thorp T-18s, one powered by an O-290G conversion, the other an O-320 160HP. Both love them, and tell me that setting is not difficult.
I just cruised about 2500 miles in loose formation with the O-320 powered one, following in my RV-8 w/ Catto 3 blade, O-360 powered. I'd say it does fine.
I am also very satisfied with Catto, but I don't get to play around with pitch settings.
 
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